Food Safety

Eagle enhances Pack 720 Pro X-ray inspection system

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:00:43 -0400

Enhanced Pack 720 Pro system helps processors manage packaging variability, reduce false rejects and maintain inspection performance across packaged food applications.

QuantiPath adds to food safety team

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:30:17 -0400

Food safety expert Tyler Stephens joins QuantiPath as the company continues expanding its rapid pathogen testing platform.

Synear Foods recalls pork and crab soup dumplings due to peanut allergen

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:40 -0400

USDA-FSIS issues a recall for frozen not-ready-to-eat pork and crab soup dumpling products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens.

FSIS Listeria control continues to tighten

stevens@foodindustrycounsel.com (Shawn K. Stevens) — Thu, 28 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Although FSIS regulations have not changed in any sweeping way, many processors feel the practical microbial standard they are held to has intensified.

FSIS final rule shifts swine post-mortem inspection to a primarily visual model

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:42 -0400

USDA-FSIS issues a final rule eliminating the requirement for mandibular lymph node incision and viscera palpation in all swine slaughter establishments.

IFT webinar series previews expo sessions on sustainability, plant proteins and food safety

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:22:47 -0400

Four webinars each preview trending topics to be explored in individual scientific sessions at IFT First.

FSIS issues public health alert for beef kofta products

Mon, 25 May 2026 08:30:15 -0400

Problem was discovered as part of an ongoing investigation into a localized outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that includes 9 sick people in California.

AI imaging research demonstrates faster, nondestructive microplastic testing for seafood processors

Wed, 20 May 2026 15:00:55 -0400

Virginia Tech scientists use hyperspectral imaging and artificial intelligence to detect tiny plastic particles directly on the surface of fish with 95% accuracy.

Eagle updates Pack 550 Pro X-ray system for packaged food production lines

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:55:42 -0400

In addition to contaminant detection, the updated system performs inline verification checks such as mass measurement, package integrity assessment and component confirmation.

FSIS issues health alert for headcheese due to Listeria monocytogenes concerns

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:20:29 -0400

FSIS collects an unopened headcheese product sample that tests positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

Eriez expands PrecisionGuard X8 inspection platform

Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Eriez introduces its X8-SF Simultaneous Frequency Metal Detector, showcasing the model at Interpack 2026.

Mettler-Toledo showcases product inspection solutions at Interpack

Wed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection demonstrates several new technologies at Interpack 2026, including the global debut of its M50 R‑Series metal detector.

Vitsab highlights Freshtag time-temperature monitoring label for seafood quality, safety during transit

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:40:39 -0400

Color-changing smart label is designed to monitor seafood products such as caviar, crab, oysters, salmon, scallops and tuna, tracking time and temperature at every stage.

FSIS issues public health alert for ravioli pasta with beef sauce

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:45:43 -0400

Ravioli labeled as beef and burrata may actually contain shrimp filling in lobster sauce.

FSIS issues public health alert for breakfast pizzas with pork and sausage

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:20:08 -0400

The breakfast pizzas contain FDA-regulated dairy ingredients that may be contaminated with Salmonella.

79th Reciprocal Meat Conference returning to the Texas Panhandle

dmabry@meatscience.org (Deidrea Mabry) — Fri, 01 May 2026 10:20:06 -0400

RMC 2026 will convene leaders from across the meat and animal protein sectors for a forward-looking program focused on innovation, resilience, and navigating rapid change across the global protein landscape.

USDA reorganizes FSIS

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:51 -0400

FSIS relocates approximately two-thirds of its National Capital Region workforce to locations including the newly created National Food Safety Center in Iowa and Science Center in Georgia.

National Chicken Council supports line speed increase for young chicken processors

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:10:30 -0400

FSIS proposed rule would raise the maximum line speed for young chicken processors operating under the New Poultry Inspection System from 140 to 175 birds per minute.

Episode 225: PIFSCo vice chair shares what‘s next for poultry food safety

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:00:19 -0400

Kim Rice, vice chair for the Poultry Industry Food Safety Council (PIFSCo), discusses PIFSCo's recent launch and how the initiative can benefit the breeder, broiler, duck, layer and turkey sectors.

NRs aren’t just paperwork: Why appeals matter

stevens@foodindustrycounsel.com (Shawn K. Stevens) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While a single NR rarely triggers significant enforcement action, a series of unchallenged NRs can quietly build a regulatory record that supports more serious enforcement.

Americold cuts emissions, improves energy efficiency and strengthens facility reliability across global network

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:52:24 -0400

Americold benchmarks its sustainability performance against industry peers using established third-party frameworks.

Researchers evaluate variability and lot definitions in secondary poultry processing

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:00:48 -0400

Research findings support moving away from a one-size-fits-all definition of a 'lot' and instead adopting a more flexible, plant-specific approach.

USDA-FSIS issues public health alert for raw beef and pork products

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:30:28 -0400

Beef and pork products may contain sesame, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.

USPOULTRY approves more than $570K for research grants through the Comprehensive Research Program

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:00:03 -0400

Poultry industry research projects target food safety and pathogen control, animal health, operational efficiency, and data-driven and technology-enabled solutions.

Wixon names director of regulatory affairs

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:05:36 -0400

Sara Sarnstrom joins Wixon to lead compliance efforts across vendor management, quality assurance and regulatory affairs to ensure alignment with domestic and global regulatory requirements while supporting operational scalability and business continuity.

Hormel Foods VP of global food safety and quality management announces retirement

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:19 -0400

Richard Carlson, vice president of global food safety and quality management, is retiring after a 35-year career with the company.

FSIS issues public health alert for raw beef and pork products

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:12 -0400

Beef and pork products under the public health alert feature the unauthorized use of establishment number 'EST. 1996' inside a false USDA mark of inspection.

FSIS issues public health alert for ground beef due to possible foreign material contamination

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 08:39:15 -0400

The problem was discovered by the establishment after receiving two complaints from consumers.

Preventing physical contamination: Mettler Toledo launches eGuide for food manufacturers

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:30 -0400

Five Steps to Prevent Physical Contamination guide outlines practical ways to identify risks, select the right inspection technologies and build a proactive contamination prevention strategy.

When state ingredient laws collide with federal meat inspection

stevens@foodindustrycounsel.com (Shawn K. Stevens) — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Because FSIS maintains primary jurisdiction over meat and poultry product labeling, inserting unapproved language could create federal enforcement exposure.